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Access to Higher Education Diploma (Education) - Early Years Pathway

This Access to Higher Education Diploma (Education)** is aimed more at those who are interested in a Child Studies career/degree course with relevant units to help satisfy typical degree entrance criteria.

This Access to Higher Education Diploma (Education) focuses more on Childhood Studies and gives you an opportunity to study the principles and applications of working with, and providing education for, children in their early years. It’s been created for learners who’ve been out of full time education for some time and don’t have the required entry qualifications.

There’s no waiting to enrol on a specific start date (traditionally September) as this Access to Higher Education diploma (Education) can be studied from home at anytime in the year. Distance learning allows you to be really flexible with your studies. Fit this online course around your other commitments and responsibilities, such as work and family.Remember that this is distance learning so the Access to Higher Education Diploma (Education) fits into your life rather than the other way round. You can choose how long you’d like to study your Access to Higher Education Diploma for. The minimum expected time a learner would take to complete their Access to Higher Education Diploma is 9 months, the maximum is 2 years. After a short amount of time on the course you’ll be capable of things you hadn’t previously thought possible.

How does my Access to HE Diploma work?

All of our course materials are easy to understand, and provide you with a broad range of additional information to support your learning. You’ll be allocated a personal tutor who’ll have regular contact with you via our platform, by phone, email or Skype. You’ll be responsible for setting your own study schedule to fit around your lifestyle and responsibilities; you can therefore study at your own pace and in your own way.

Whilst you will have a great deal of flexibility with your studies, you’ll need to develop the discipline to study independently as well as be realistic about what you can achieve in the time you have available. Contact is all available with fellow students via our unique platform, and through debates and forums where you can share thoughts and ideas.

How will my Access to Higher Education Diploma be assessed?

Your chosen pathway will be made up of a number of units, each of which will require you to complete an assignment. You’ll find ‘assessment planners’ included within the course materials for each unit; these are designed to help you to complete the relevant assignment. Your personal tutor will be responsible for marking your assignments and giving you with feedback about the work you’ve produced, and how you can improve.

All assignments provide the evidence required to award you with learning credits. You will need 60 credits to achieve an Access to Higher Education Diploma. Of the 60 credits required, 15 will be ungraded and 45 will be graded as a Pass, Merit or Distinction.

What happens after the Access to Higher Education Diploma?

The goal is for you to be properly prepared, so you can apply to a University and begin your journey on a Early Years related degree course.

After successfully completing an undergraduate course at university, you as a graduate, can enter a wide range of careers. An Early Childhood Studies degree provides an excellent preparation for graduate leadership of Early Years settings.

You could go onto achieve Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) through doing the PGCE or similar postgraduate qualification. This is a popular route for many graduates with teaching aspirations.

If you make the most of your time at university then it will opens doors to a range of exciting career options, which could include (but are not limited to):

Primary and Early Years teaching (subsequent to undertaking a PGCE)

Social Worker or youth worker

Child psychotherapist

Syllabus

Unit 1: Preparing To Study

On completion of this unit you will:

Understand how study is organised and planned

Understand how to apply theories of learning in relation to personal approaches to learning

Understand a range of constraints upon study

Understand the importance of assessment feedback.

Unit 2: Academic Writing Skills

On completion of this unit you will:

Be able to write with relevance in responding to an academic task.

Know how to interpret and discuss concepts and debates in responding to a set, academic writing task.

Be able to summarise for academic purposes, selecting key points, information or central ideas.

Understand the role of reference, allusion and paraphrase to avoid plagiarism.

Unit 3: Preparing a Written Assignment

On completion of this unit you will:

Understand how to use key information sources.

Understand why sources are acknowledged and referenced.

Understand a range of reading strategies.

Understand note-making methods.

Understand how to plan draft and produce a written assignment.

Unit 4: Independent Research

On completion of this unit you will:

Be able to plan a piece of research on an approved subject area.

Be able to collect research material from different sources

Be able to use data to substantiate an argument

Be able to record sources of information

Be able to present research findings

Unit 5: Theories of Child Development

On completion of this unit you will:

Understand Piaget’s theory of development

Understand the major criticisms of Piaget’s work in child development.

Understand alternative theories of development.

Understand how stages of development link to practical situations.

Unit 6: Progressing to Higher Education

On completion of this unit you will:

Understand potential next steps in education.

Understand key sources of information relevant to HE application.

Understand personal HE opportunities.

Understand the financial implications of further study.

Know how to apply for a course

Unit 7: An Introduction to Classroom Teaching

On completion of this unit you will:

Plan and prepare for teaching within the National Curriculum.

Understand the importance of classroom design.

Unit 8: Behaviour Problems in the Classroom

On completion of this unit you will:

Recognise anti-social behaviour

Recognise anti-institutional behaviour

Understand the formal discipline processes/procedures of a school

Understand the informal methods of implementing discipline within a classroom setting

Understand some of the underlying causes of behavioural problems as displayed in the classroom

Unit 9: Disability

On completion of this unit you will:

Know how to plan action learning relating to disability.

Understand areas of anti discriminatory practice and core social work values relating to disability.

Understand skills relating to working in child protection that inform practice.

Unit 11: Anti-Oppressive Practice

On completion of this unit you will:

Understand the legal framework which identifies rights and responsibilities in relation to equal opportunities.

Understand how individuals can be affected by oppression.

Understand society’s and own stereotypes.

Understand the use of positive action in countering oppression.

Unit 12: Theories of Cognitive Development & Learning

On completion of this unit you will:

Have knowledge of theories of cognitive development

Understand learning theory

Have knowledge of the application of theories of learning and cognitive development to classroom practice

Unit 13: Introduction to Teaching & Learning

On completion of this unit you will:

Understand models of teaching and learning.

Understand ‘blocks’ to learning.

Understand curriculum planning and lesson planning.

Unit 14: Human Reproduction, Growth & Development

On completion of this unit you will:

Understand the structure and function of the human reproductive system

Understand how hormones regulate the reproductive tract throughout life

Understand the sequence of events from conception to puberty

Unit 15: The Developing Child

On completion of this unit you will:

Display knowledge of the process of Child Development.

Display knowledge of theories of cognition and socialisation.

Display knowledge of studies and debates over the concept of intelligence.

Understand processes of developing psychological schemas.

Unit 16: Play

On completion of this unit you will:

Define ‘play’.

Show knowledge of stages of play.

Show knowledge of life stage theory.

Understand the ways in which children learn through play.

Unit 17: Understanding the Intellectual & Language Development of Children aged birth to eight years

On completion of this unit you will:

Understand the stages of intellectual development of children.

Understand the stages of language development of children.

Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the importance of communicating with young children.

Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of factors, which affect intellectual and language development in children.

Unit 18: Child Development & Management of Pupil Behaviour

On completion of this unit you will:

Be aware of the physical, intellectual, language, emotional and social development of the child.

Understand the main aspects of social and emotional development.

Know factors which may affect pupil development and behaviour.

Know methods for managing pupil behaviour.

Study Hours

This is only an approximate figure and is dependant upon how much time you can dedicate to your studies and how well you grasp the learning concepts in the course material. Furthermore, at the end of each lesson there is a question paper that needs to be completed and returned to your tutor. You should allow at least 1 - 2 hours of study to complete each question paper.

The approximate amount of time required to complete
the course is: 324 hrs.

The Access to Higher Education (A2HE) Consortium is a group of organisations who work together to promote and deliver excellence within the A2HE experience. By working in partnership the A2HE Education Consortium is able to call upon the significant expertise of each partner organisation to deliver the best possible learning journey and experience for our A2HE learners.

Access to Higher Education courses are ideal for learners wanting to start a university course but that have no formal qualifications. By working in partnership the A2HE Consortium is able to:

Recruit, signpost and navigate learners through their decision to register on an A2HE programme of study.

Provide learners with the most comprehensive Information, Advice and Guidance prior to registration.

Provide learners with a range of funding options including; payment in full, payment using consumer credit and payment using a government backed Advanced Learning Loan.

Give learners access to cutting edge technology to support the delivery of their A2HE programme.

Allow learners to customise their A2HE programme so that it is bespoke to their own learning needs, challenges them throughout and delivers additional learning in areas such as Maths, English and Soft Skills (Confidence, Resilience, Team working etc.).

Learners access high quality learning materials that are rich and engaging supported by a team of committed and talented tutors and assessors.

Course accreditation and certification from Open College Network West Midlands, a QAA (Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education) licenced Access Validating Agency (AVA).

Who are the partners?

The Stonebridge Group (SAC)

The Stonebridge Group of Training Companies is a conglomerate of 6 separate independent training providers established in 1997 and continually growing. Currently the group trains more than 70,000 learners per annum in a wide range of subjects areas from A-Levels to Web Design and IT with everything in-between. The Group currently employs almost 200 staff who work in all areas including learner recruitment, course development, course delivery, admin, finance and tutorial support

Stonebridge Associated Colleges are currently a Gold Trusted Merchant with an average Service Rating of over 98% from 854 Independent Feefo Reviews. The Group specialises in training, digital marketing and learner recruitment including advice and guidance to ensure the right learners are placed on the right programme of study.

Pearltech UK Ltd (PEARL)

PEARL (Personalised e-Assisted Responsive Learning) is uniquely innovative Virtual Learning Environment (VLE) that delivers customised and responsive learning based on individual learner’s needs. The system is available entirely online which means that learners can access all aspects of their learning, assessment and eportfolio 24/7 and from any location in the World using a variety of devices.

Pearl encourages learner development beyond academic skills and includes proprietary responsive algorithms which present different learning exercises or challenges unique to each learner. This means that every learner has the ability to customise their course and to enrich their learning experience.

Enabling Development Opportunities Ltd (EDO)

EDO has been working with businesses and learners since 2007. The team of directors and staff have decades of experience in skills training. All learners are supported throughout their studies by a talented group of tutors and assessors who are responsible for ensuring that all learners on the A2HE programmes are supported in a way that makes them feel “special” and gives them the best possible chance of succeeding.

As part of the A2HE Consortium, EDO are responsible for delivering the training and accessing Advanced Learning Loan (if required) funding for learners. EDO also quality assure the programmes and claim the final certificate for learners from Open College Network West Midlands on successful completion of the A2HE programme.

The Advanced Learning Loan (ALL) Consortium is a group of organisations who work together to promote and deliver excellence within the ALL experience. By working in partnership the ALL Education Consortium is able to call upon the significant expertise of each partner organisation to deliver the best possible learning journey and experience for our Advanced Learning Loan learners.

Advanced Learner Loan funding is ideal for learners who are not able to fund their own learning and are seeking a government backed loan in order to do so. By working in partnership the ALL Consortium is able to:

Recruit, signpost and navigate learners through their decision to register on a programme of study using an Advanced Learning Loan.

Provide learners with the most comprehensive Information, Advice and Guidance prior to registration.

Provide learners with a range of funding options including; payment in full, payment using consumer credit and payment using a government backed Advanced Learning Loan.

Give learners access to cutting edge technology to support the delivery of their Advanced Learning Loan funded programme.

Allow learners to customise their Advanced Learning Loan funded programme so that it is bespoke to their own learning needs, challenges them throughout and delivers additional learning in areas such as Maths, English and Soft Skills (Confidence, Resilience, Team working etc.).

Learners access high quality learning materials that are rich and engaging supported by a team of committed and talented tutors and assessors.

Course accreditation and certification from various Ofqual regulated Awarding Bodies.

Who are the partners?

The Stonebridge Group (SAC)

The Stonebridge Group of Training Companies is a conglomerate of 6 separate independent training providers established in 1997 and continually growing. Currently the group trains more than 70,000 learners per annum in a wide range of subjects areas from A-Levels to Web Design and IT with everything in-between. The Group currently employs almost 200 staff who work in all areas including learner recruitment, course development, course delivery, admin, finance and tutorial support

Stonebridge Associated Colleges are currently a Gold Trusted Merchant with an average Service Rating of over 98% from 854 Independent Feefo Reviews. The Group specialises in training, digital marketing and learner recruitment including advice and guidance to ensure the right learners are placed on the right programme of study.

Pearltech UK Ltd (PEARL)

PEARL (Personalised e-Assisted Responsive Learning) is uniquely innovative Virtual Learning Environment (VLE) that delivers customised and responsive learning based on individual learner’s needs. The system is available entirely online which means that learners can access all aspects of their learning, assessment and eportfolio 24/7 and from any location in the World using a variety of devices.

Pearl encourages learner development beyond academic skills and includes proprietary responsive algorithms which present different learning exercises or challenges unique to each learner. This means that every learner has the ability to customise their course and to enrich their learning experience.

Dimensions Training Solutions (DTS)

DTS was originally formed in 1973 and has been responsible for training thousands of apprentices and adult learners since then. DTS aim to help learners broaden their skills, gain knowledge; build on experience, to make a positive change to their career and life with dozens of apprenticeships and distance learning QCF courses that can really kick start a new career.

Judged Good by OFSTED in October 2015: Just some of the reasons why DTS are a GOOD Training provider, very close to OUTSTANDING, but we don’t like to brag...

Learners really enjoy their learning

Effective employer involvement helps learners to link work-related activities well with their qualification

Good quality workplaces, with a diverse range of clients

Highly effective development of Apprentices’ English & Maths skills

Employers provide a high quality working environment

Consistent, high level of achievement for learners

As part of the ALL Consortium, DTS are responsible for delivering the training and accessing the Advanced Learning Loan (if required) funding for learners. DTS also quality assure the programmes and claim the final certificate for learners from the relevant awarding body on successful completion of the programme.

What's included

What’s included:

All study materials

Study guide

Full tutor and Admin support

The course fee includes the awarding body registration and certification fee (valued at up to £96)

Tutor Support

With this course you will have unlimited access to your own personal tutor who specialises in their field of study. It is your personal tutor's role to ensure that you receive constructive feedback and to deal with any queries you may have. You are more than welcome to telephone, fax or email your personal tutor.

You will also have access to a dedicated and friendly
team of administrators and course advisors who offer
sound and professional guidance and advice when you
need it. This ensures that you will never feel
neglected and that you will always succeed!

Assessment Method

After each lesson there will be a question paper, which needs to be completed and submitted to your personal tutor for marking. This method of continual assessment ensures that your personal tutor can consistently monitor your progress and provide you with assistance throughout the duration of the course.

Qualifications

Qualification: Open College Network West Midlands Access to Higher Education Diploma (Education)

On successful completion of the Open College Network West Midlands Access to Higher Education Diploma (Education) you will receive a QAA recognised Access to HE Diploma at level 3 (QAA ref: (400/0388/7). This course has also been assigned 60 credits.

Requirements for Entry

Learners must have a GCSE in Maths and English (or an equivalent), a relevant nvq at level 2 or above and aspire to study an Education related degree at university.

Access to Higher Education Diplomas are widely accepted as an alternative to 'A Levels' for University admission. The programmes have a track record of success in helping students to gain admission to University.

Learners should, however, be aware that Universities each apply their own admissions criteria, and these vary broadly depending on the reputation and popularity of the university and of the degree programme that relates to your area of interest.

These ‘variable’ admission criteria may include but are not limited to:

Achievement of a certain amount of Access to HE Diploma units at Merit or above.

Successful completion of a face-to-face interview at the University

Successful completion of literacy and numeracy assessments by the University.

Prior attainment of GCSE English,Maths and/or Science – or equivalents, such as Functional/Key Skills at Level 2, NVQ Certificate in a related subject at Level 2.

It is vitally important that each student investigates the entry requirements of a range of universities that they could practically attend to determine if the diploma and unit choices within meet each set of entry requirements.

Students should complete this exercise as early as possible so that they can plan for which establishment they will be applying to, and start to work towards it.

Whilst we have the fullest confidence that the Access to Higher Education Diplomas are compliant and perfectly sufficient to form part of a University application, DTS will not be able to accept any liability for the inability of any Access to Higher Education learner to secure an offer from a Higher Education establishment due to the ‘variables’ involved.

Professional Membership

On completion of this course you will be eligible to join the following Professional Associations(s):

Open College Network West Midlands

Open College Network West Midlands are a national Awarding Organisation, regulated by Ofqual, the Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education (QAA) and Qualifications Wales, to develop and award nationally recognised qualifications.

Open College Network West Midlands work in partnership with employers, training providers, colleges, universities, schools and voluntary and community organisations to offer vocational credit-based qualifications, Access to Higher Education Diplomas and quality assured Customised Accreditation that enables learners gain employment or to progress into further learning and Higher Education. They also Quality Endorse organisations internal training and skills delivery.

Professional Membership

On completion of this course you will be eligible to join the following Professional Associations(s):

Open College Network West Midlands

Open College Network West Midlands are a national Awarding Organisation, regulated by Ofqual, the Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education (QAA) and Qualifications Wales, to develop and award nationally recognised qualifications.

Open College Network West Midlands work in partnership with employers, training providers, colleges, universities, schools and voluntary and community organisations to offer vocational credit-based qualifications, Access to Higher Education Diplomas and quality assured Customised Accreditation that enables learners gain employment or to progress into further learning and Higher Education. They also Quality Endorse organisations internal training and skills delivery.

Career Transition Partnership (CTP)

We are proud to be working with Career Transition Partnetship (CTP) as a CTP Preferred Suplier. We are able to offer ex-service personnel access to funding for our whole range of military resettlement courses.

As a CTP Preferred Supplier we are able to accept your IRTC (Individual Resettlement Training Costs) grant or ELC (Enhanced Learning Credits) for any of the following courses:

Assessing Vocational Achievement (CAVA)

Beauty Therapy (Massage Route) Dual Course

Business Administration

Certificate in Education and Training

Counselling Skills

Early Years Workforce (Early Years Educator)

Foot Health Care Practitioner

Health and Social Care (Adults)

Hospitality Supervision and Leadership

Playwork (NVQ)

Preparing to Work in Adult Social Care

Principles of Customer Service course

Principles of End of Life Care Course

Specialist Support for Teaching and Learning in Schools

Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools Certificate

If you are ex-service personnel and would like more information on how to claim this funding, please contact the college or speak to your Service Resettlement Advisor.

Study Options

This course is currently only available to be studied via the online method.

Study Hours

This is only an approximate figure and is dependant upon how much time you can dedicate to your studies and how well you grasp the learning concepts in the course material. Furthermore, at the end of each lesson there is a question paper that needs to be completed and returned to your tutor. You should allow at least 1 - 2 hours of study to complete each question paper.

The approximate amount of time required to complete
the course is: 324 hrs.

Further Information

If you would like any further information regarding this course, please call an advisor today on 0121 392 8288 ( or email enquiries@stonebridge.uk.com

Tutor Support

With this course you will have unlimited access to your own personal tutor who specialises in their field of study. It is your personal tutor's role to ensure that you receive constructive feedback and to deal with any queries you may have. You are more than welcome to telephone, fax or email your personal tutor.

You will also have access to a dedicated and friendly
team of administrators and course advisors who offer
sound and professional guidance and advice when you
need it. This ensures that you will never feel
neglected and that you will always succeed!

Assessment Method

After each lesson there will be a question paper, which needs to be completed and submitted to your personal tutor for marking. This method of continual assessment ensures that your personal tutor can consistently monitor your progress and provide you with assistance throughout the duration of the course.

Student Zone

We understand that studying from home may be a new experience for you. You may even be feeling a bit apprehensive because you will not be studying in a traditional "classroom environment".

To help you overcome these concerns we have developed the Student Zone. The Student Zone, to which all of our students receive access, encourages a high level of interaction with your tutor and other like-minded students. Within this area you can:

And don’t forget our Facebook page where you will find tips, resources, games, competitions, and plenty of engagement and interaction from fellow students.

Is there government funding available for doing this course?

Yes, there is Government funding available for doing this course...

You can choose to fund this course privately, yourself, or you could get a 19+ Advanced Learner Loan. Stonebridge has partnered with Dimensions Training Solutions, who are accountable to the Skills Funding Agency (SFA) and Ofsted, to provide this course with Government backed funding. Through Dimensions Training Solutions, you can access your 19+ Advanced Learner Loan, if you meet the criteria. The two main conditions are:

Paper Based Study - You can enrol today and pay much, much later

With paper based study we post out the course materials to you. You can then review them in your own time and complete the assignments which you are required to submit to your personal tutor for marking and feedback.

*Cashback will be paid to you once you have finished paying for your course in full. For more information, please see our cash back terms and conditions. The total amount payable over the term’s period, is no more than the total cash price of the course. (APR = 0%). Written quotations are available on request.

Online Study - You can enrol today and pay much, much later

When you study online you can quickly access your course material online and submit all of your question papers to your tutor online, using your unique student account. You have access to all of your course material immediately, and when you
submit question papers, your tutor sends you an email containing your results and feedback.

Pay in Full

A one off payment made at the start of your course with nothing further left to pay. This payment method usually attracts the biggest discounts.

Paper Based Study

Online Study

Total Payable

£1692.00

£1692.00

Pay using Pay4Later Consumer Credit

By working with Pay4Later Consumer Credit services we can offer you a longer repayment period on your course. This means that your monthly repayment amounts are smaller and more affordable. Furthermore if you finance your course using Pay4Later you can complete your training and receive your qualification even if you have not finished paying off your loan. This is great news as it means that you can start earning as soon as you are qualified so that you are able to pay back your loan.

Representative Example*

Paper-Based Study

Online Study

Course Price

£1,692.00

£1,692.00

Deposit

£84.60

£84.60

Loan Amount

£1,607.40

£1,607.40

Duration Of Agreement

24 Months

24 Months

Rate of interest (fixed)

19.9%

19.9%

Monthly payment

£81.73

£81.73

Total Amount Payable

£2,046.15

£2,046.15

*19.9% APR representative

Will I qualify for credit?

We can only consider your application if:

You are 18 or over, and employed at least 16 hours per week

You have a good credit history with no late payments, debt relief orders, CCJ's, IVA's or bankruptcies

You are a permanent UK resident and able to supply a UK address history for the last 3 years

Applications from students (unless employed at least 16 hours per week) or unemployed single house persons will not be considered

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Pay using 0% APR Instalment Plan

If you would prefer to pay by deposit and instalments and you are in a position to pay off your course relatively quickly, then we are able to offer you a short term instalment plan with 0% APR.

Initial Payment

Instalments

Monthly Payments

Cashback

Total Payable(after cashback)

Paper Based

£99.99

£239.73

11

£30.00

£2707.00

Online

£99.99

£239.73

11

£30.00

£2707.00

Paper Based

Initial Payment: £99.99

Instalments: £239.73

Monthly Payments: 11

Cashback: £30.00

Total Payable (after cashback): £2707.00

Online

Initial Payment: £99.99

Instalments: £239.73

Monthly Payments: 11

Cashback: £30.00

Total Payable (after cashback): £2707.00

*Cashback will be paid to you once you have finished paying for your course in full. For more information, please see our cashback terms and conditions. The total amount payable over the term's period, is no more than the total cash price of the course. (APR = 0%). Written quotations are available on request.

Pay using a 19+ Loan

The Government has introduced 19+ Advanced Learner Loans to help learners, aged 19 and over, in further education pay the college or training organisation fee. Getting a Loan doesn’t depend on your household income and there’s no credit check. You won’t have to pay anything back until you’re earning over £21,000 a year. Once you earn over this amount you pay back 9% of the earnings you receive above this figure.

Total Loan Amount: £3384.00

What are my repayments likely to be?

That depends on how much you earn, click on the link to the repayment calculator below to see how monthly payments relate to earnings.

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If you are earning
this much a month

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Loan repayments only start when you are earning OVER £21,000 per year.

REMEMBER: loan repayments only start when you are earning over £21,000 per year.

What if I never earn more than £21,000 per annum?

Currently if you do not exceed an annual salary of more than £21,000 your loan will never be repaid.

Repayments won’t start for any course until April 2016, but you can make voluntary repayments before then.

Can the 19+ Advanced Learning Loan be written off or cancelled?

Normally any outstanding loan you have will be written off 30 years after it becomes eligible to be repaid.

If you receive a disability-related benefit and are permanently unfit for work, it will be cancelled.

In addition, if you’re undertaking an Access to HE Diploma and then go on to complete an HE qualification the outstanding balance of your 19+ Advanced Learning Loan will be written off. To qualify for this write off you must have fully completed both courses. You do not need to take out a loan for the HE course. However, it must be eligible for funding by Student Finance England. The HE course does not have to relate to the Access to HE course you complete.

Who is eligible for a 19+ Advanced Learning Loan?

To be eligible for the loan you must be:

19 or older on the first day of your course (there’s no upper age limit)

living in the UK on the first day of your course, and have lived in the UK, the Channel Islands or the Isle of Man for 3 years immediately before this starting your course on or after 1 August 2013

Is there an upper age limit?

There is no upper age limit in order to apply for a 19+ Advanced Learning Loan.

Is there a maximum amount of Loan available?

The course fees of the Stonebridge courses eligible for the 19+ Advanced Learner Loans can be entirely covered by the loan amount you are able to take out.

Who is providing my Course with the 19+ Advanced Learning Loan?

Dimensions Training Solutions, an established training provider with accountability to the Skills Funding Agency and Ofsted.

What difference does the funding make to my course?

There are some differences when you apply for, and receive a 19+ Advanced Learning Loan

"Dimensions Training Solutions" deliver your course.

Six Employability and Independent Learning Skills (EILS) modules are embedded in the content of your course: Maths, English, Digital Life Skills, Confidence, Resilience and Meeting Deadlines to help boost your skill-set and further your career.

You complete your course to your "Individual Learning Plan" which has a set finish date.

A Student Support Officer (SSO) will be assigned to you, so you have a single point of contact to help you stay on course.

DTS was originally formed in 1973 and has been responsible for training thousands of apprentices and adult learners since then. DTS aim to help learners broaden their skills, gain knowledge; build on experience, to make a positive change to their career and life with dozens of and distance learning QCF, Access to Higher Education and apprenticeships courses that can really kick start a new career.

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